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"Perfect place to stay. The staff was extremely, extremely friendly and helpful at all times. Right when we came in to check in, we were offered drinks and warm greetings. They also upgraded us because it was our honeymoon. Can't say enough about the staff - we had them book our dinner reservation..."

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"This hotel is gorgeous with lots of lovely traditional looking wood panels, roof beams etc. Staff are friendly and pleasant but also efficient. The view from the 5th floor dining room is amazing and breakfast buffet offers a wide range of tasty dishes.The bed was very comfortable and the room was..."

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"Hotel Centrale is a quaint little hotel close to the station and on the route to all the important monuments and churches. They offer a free service to lock your bags before in check time and also when you checked out. Their assistance is endless. Not one room look like the other - each and every..."

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Where to stay near Historical Centre

Exploring Duomo

Narrow streets flanked by palatial Renaissance residences adorned with shutters and balconies open up at Florence’s centrepiece, the Basilica di Santa Maria del Fiore, or Duomo. In the same piazza as Brunelleschi’s terracotta brick-domed cathedral, the marble Campanile di Giotto’s 414-step bell tower is the spot to get city bearings and Tuscan rural views. From Piazza del Duomo, the elegant, pedestrian-only Via dei Calzaiuoli shopping street is the main artery of human traffic south towards the River Arno.

Accommodations near Duomo

There is a range of options for all travelers. The most popular hotel in Florence is the Cavalieri Palace Luxury Residences, which has been booked 5 times from our Hotels.com verified guests. Our guests also highly recommended In Piazza della Signoria - Residenza d'Epoca in Florence as it has been reserved 5 times.

Sightseeing near Duomo

Brunelleschi’s gigantic engineering feat, the Basilica di Santa Maria del Fiore cathedral, or Duomo is one of the most iconic landmarks of Florence. Discover statues and frescos concealed behind the huge bronze doors and see the terracotta rooftops and the nearby Tuscan hills from the dome. Get your bearings for a late-morning shop after your 463-step climb to the dome.

The free-standing campanile, or bell tower is a beautiful example of 14th century Gothic architecture. Located in the Piazza del Duomo and part of the buildings that make up the Florence Cathedral, you will immediately recognize its beautiful white, red and green marble exterior.

Transportation near Duomo

Florence’s international airport is the main air arrivals hub for millions of visitors every year. Links with the city and its hotels are by taxi or bus, with a journey time of around 20 minutes. The ancient centre of the city is totally pedestrianised except for residents with driving permits, but is easy to access via bus or taxi. If you’re planning on staying adjacent to the district, exploring its wonders on foot is perfectly feasible.